Magnus Carlsen's popularity was at the forefront when he had to hand the trophy to Bristy Mukherjee, who won the All India Women Rapid event (Event B).

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Magnus Carlsen left blushing as 20-year-old Indian chess player touches World No.1’s feet

Rich in tradition, sporting events in India continue to produce stories that transcend all boundaries. As world no. 1 Magnus Carlsen was about to hand the winner's trophy to India's Bristy Mukherjee in Kolkata, a stunning incident unfolded. Mukherjee, who won the All India Women Rapid event (Event B) at the Tata Steel Chess India Festival 2024 with a 7/7 score, touched the Norwegian chess legend's feet before receiving the coveted trophy. Carlse…

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Bristy Mukherjee won the All India Women Rapid event (Event B) with a 7/7 score.

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Viveck Goenka

Chess star Bristy Mukherjee touches Magnus Carlsen’s feet while receiving trophy in Kolkata, his reaction goes viral

World No.1 Magnus Carlsen said the enthusiasm for chess in India is "unparalleled" as he won the rapid and blitz titles at TATA Steel Chess 2024. Also a video of an Indian chess player touching Carlsen's feet is going viral.

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Mukesh Ambani

Mumbai

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Magnus Carlsen in awe of chess' popularity in India as video of player touching his feet goes viral

Magnus Carlsen’s popularity took center stage when he had the honor of presenting the trophy to Bristy Mukherjee, the winner of the All India Women Rapid event (Event B). The World No. 1 chess player’s presence in Kolkata generated immense excitement, particularly as he secured a double victory at the tournament. Carlsen won the blitz title with a round to spare on Sunday, following his rapid title triumph earlier in the week. He completed a stu…

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Magnus Carlsen Left Blushing As 20-Year-Old Indian Chess Player Touches World No.1’s Feet

Magnus Carlsen left blushing as 20-year-old Indian chess player touches World No.1’s feet

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